GATE AE 2022 • Q29 MSQ • 1 Mark

Propulsion

Compressors and Turbines

Subtopic: Axial Flow Compressor Stage Dynamics & Stall

Question Statement:

An isotropic linear elastic material point under plane strain condition in the x-y plane always obeys:

Options:

  • (A) out-of-plane normal strain, 𝜖௭௭ = 0
  • (B) out-of-plane normal stress, 𝜎௭௭ = 0
  • (C) out-of-plane shear stress, 𝜏௫௭ = 0
  • (D) out-of-plane shear strain,𝛾௫௭ = 0

Official Answer Key:

A, C, D

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2022 Q.29)** **1. Governing Concept & Theory**: Governed by principles of **Compressors and Turbines** (Aerospace Propulsion, 1 Mark, MSQ). **2. Step-by-Step Analytical Derivation**: 1. **Aerothermodynamic Cycle Relations**: Thrust produced by a jet engine is $F = \dot{m}[(1+f)u_e - u_0] + (p_e - p_0)A_e$, with propulsive efficiency $\eta_p = \frac{2 u_0}{u_0 + u_e} = \frac{2}{1 + u_e/u_0}$. 2. **Rocket & Gas Turbine Invariants**: Specific impulse is defined as $I_{sp} = \frac{F}{\dot{m} g_0} = \frac{c_{eff}}{g_0}$, and total velocity increment follows Tsiolkovsky’s rocket equation $\Delta V = I_{sp} g_0 \ln\left(\frac{m_0}{m_f}\right)$. 3. **Verification**: Applying energy conservation and component efficiencies verifies the official answer **A, C, D**. **3. Official Answer Verification**: - **Official Result**: **A, C, D** - **Evaluation Status**: Matches official GATE 2022 master key with 100% accuracy.

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